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Date Published
Author
Kira Furuichi
Word count
1322
Language
English
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None

Summary

Datafold's Migration Agent (DMA) aims to revolutionize traditional data migration processes by automating the most labor-intensive parts, such as code translation and data validation, through the use of advanced AI and LLMs. DMA's approach includes the DMA Source Aligner, which ensures input data consistency across legacy and new systems, and a feedback loop that translates legacy code to new SQL dialects, fine-tuning until output parity is achieved. The automation allows for significantly faster migration timelines without compromising data integrity, offering a sixfold acceleration in some cases. Additionally, DMA provides comprehensive validation through automated data diffs, ensuring that both inputs and outputs match across systems, thereby facilitating stakeholder sign-off on migrations. By integrating with various legacy databases and accommodating GUI-based transformation workflows, DMA stands out as a tool that not only automates but also validates migrations with precision, enabling data teams to focus on innovation and modernization.